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Our Side of Paradise: The Relevance and Revelations from Fitzgerald’s Debut Novel

Ean Hill, Contributing Writer October 20, 2023

Exhausted with an unbridled determination, or perhaps vulgar pride, Amory, the main character of "This Side of Paradise," ends the novel slouching unimpeded towards Princeton University. I first incurred...

How Well Does High School Prepare You for College?

How Well Does High School Prepare You for College?

Grace Nelson, Contributing Writer October 20, 2023

From a very young age, I had the goal of going to a “good” college. This, in turn, meant that academics were my priority. This was my mindset as an elementary schooler and stayed that way throughout...

The Government Shutdown Means Nothing and Everything

The Government Shutdown Means Nothing and Everything

Ciara Sanders, Staff Writer October 20, 2023

It's that time of year. Once again, the Democrats and Republicans are at a standstill in negotiating the debt ceiling — a tale we’ve seen time and time again. But this time, there seems to be a lot...

Alumni Column: The Power of the Colgate Community

Alumni Column: The Power of the Colgate Community

Lauri Curtis Hadobas, Class of 1977 October 20, 2023

Like many others during the fall months, I look forward to cooler weather, sweatshirts, beautiful foliage and returning to Colgate University for the first meeting of the year with the Alumni Council....

Unpacking Identity: The Latinx Limbo

Unpacking Identity: The Latinx Limbo

Valentina Mejia, Contributing Writer October 6, 2023

In the heart of Hispanic Heritage Month, it’s important that we continue to appreciate and observe the lives, cultures and histories of those who identify as Hispanic and/or Latinx. However, there’s...

The Price of Convenience

The Price of Convenience

Avery Moullé-Berteaux, Contributing Writer October 6, 2023

Add to cart, click some buttons, wait a couple of business days and voilà — this month’s “must-have closet staple” arrives on your doorstep. The convenience of online shopping for clothes is undeniable,...

AGAINST THE GRAIN: Nikki Haley’s policy propositions are strikingly different from Trumpian politics, though she still struggles to make headway in the polls.

Dream Candidate in Trump Time: Why is Nikki Haley Struggling?

Ale Lewis, Contributing Writer October 6, 2023

Across the nation, Americans brace in anticipation of a 2024 rematch between former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden. For months, Trump has dominated in the national polls above his Republican...

What’s Happening in Nagorno-Karabakh: A Comprehensive Rundown

Nathaniel Krigsman, Contributing Writer October 6, 2023

After thirty years of conflict, the Armenian ethnic enclave of Nagorno-Karabakh was invaded by Azerbaijan on Sept. 19, forcing its population of 120,000 to decide between uprooting their lives in a desperate...

Tuesdays Treasures: Exploring Lifes Lessons Through Tuesdays with Morrie

Tuesday’s Treasures: Exploring Life’s Lessons Through ‘Tuesdays with Morrie’

Chapin Rockwell, Head Commentary Editor October 6, 2023

You know that one book that adorns your bookshelf? The one whose pages you revisit to experience the highlighted quotes and dog-eared pages once more. I, quite honestly, have never been so awestruck in...

The Social Economics of the Old Stone Jug

Boen Beavers, Contributing Writer September 29, 2023

In 1932, economist Clark Warburton published an article through The American Academy of Political and Social Science analyzing the economic impacts of the American Prohibition Era. Contrary to popular...

Morocco: Three Weeks After the ’Quake

Morocco: Three Weeks After the ’Quake

Sophia Mendoza, Contributing Writer September 29, 2023

Three weeks ago, on Sept. 8, a 6.8 magnitude earthquake hit Morocco. The aftermath of the tragedy has been devastating: over 2,900 people have been killed, and the earthquake resulted in the destruction...

It’s Time You Start Manifesting

It’s Time You Start Manifesting

Abby Harn, Staff Writer September 29, 2023

Have you ever been told to stop complaining and start manifesting? Maybe you were groveling about not having enough cash to spend on some notoriously pricey Taylor Swift tickets. Perhaps you were confiding...

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